Ben Nevis 11 Year Old 2012 (cask RF-1722) - (Duncan Taylor) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ben Nevis 11 Year Old 2012 (cask RF-1722) - (Duncan Taylor)Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryBen NevisCraigellachie
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.4%51%
Age11 yr12 yr
Price£78.45£72.95
Rating5.00/5

Ben Nevis 11 Year Old 2012 (cask RF-1722) - (Duncan Taylor)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness44/100
Beginner50/100
Value69/100

Ben Nevis 11 Year Old 2012 (cask RF-1722) - (Duncan Taylor)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £78.

For beginners: Ben Nevis 11 Year Old 2012 (cask RF-1722) - (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Ben Nevis 11 Year Old 2012 (cask RF-1722) - (Duncan Taylor)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£78.45 vs £72.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£72.95 vs £78.45)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Who should buy Ben?

Ben Nevis 11 Year Old 2012 (cask RF-1722) - (Duncan Taylor) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy Craigellachie?

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Ben Nevis 11 Year Old 2012 (cask RF-1722) - (Duncan Taylor)

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

SherriedDried FruitCooked FruitNutty

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